World Cup final preview: Messi vs Rodri as Argentina face Spain for the title

Argentina face Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, with the key duel set to be Lionel Messi against Rodri and Spain's suffocating defence. Messi is chasing back-to-back World Cup titles in what is expected to be his final tournament. The match will determine whether Messi ends his World Cup journey with another triumph or Spain's defensive solidity prevails.